Germany led the European primary solid biofuels consumption with 45.92 terajoules in 2023, reflecting a growth of 4.28% from the previous year. France and the UK follow, showing moderate increases of 3.79% and 5.66%, respectively. Notably, Bosnia and Herzegovina recorded the largest annual growth at 42.85%. Other significant increases include Ukraine at 12.84% and the Netherlands at 10.39%. Conversely, countries like Sweden and Slovakia witnessed notable declines of 9.78% and 24.09%, respectively. Over the past five years, countries like Luxembourg experienced significant growth, driven possibly by policy shifts and increased biomass production capabilities.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in countries with expanding biomass infrastructure like Germany and the Netherlands. Potential for increased EU bioenergy targets could drive further consumption growth. Monitoring regulatory changes and technological advancements in biofuel production will be crucial for understanding potential shifts in consumption patterns. Lastly, environmental concerns may drive innovation and changes in the energy mix across Europe.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Primary Solid Biofuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 45.92 | 2023 | +3.01% | +4.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 7.79 | 2023 | +3.28% | +3.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 5.65 | 2023 | +5.99% | +5.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 5.37 | 2023 | +3.09% | +3.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 3.99 | 2023 | +26.89% | +9.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3.7 | 2023 | +32.52% | +42.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.2 | 2023 | +3.06% | +3.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 2.86 | 2023 | +7.24% | +3.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.77 | 2023 | +7.83% | +10.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.28 | 2023 | +1.08% | +4.16% | View data |
